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We get asked all the time about our arched trellises. Today we are showing you how to build them and what we grow on them! They are a wonderful way to add function and beauty to your garden. Want More Roots & Refuge? Check Out: Our Instagram: www.instagram.com/roots_and_refuge Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rootsandrefuge/ My Infrequently updated blog:…
Welcome to the second Vlog! There is so much to show you but I am saving a lot of it for the garden update which I hope to release next week. For now I had a focus on transplanting brassicas and leeks which has filled up the remaining beds. I also show you the Ruth…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. One crop sums up the sheer joy of growing your own more than any other: beans! Beans are quick-growing and exceptionally prolific, producing tender, tasty pods over many weeks. Grow them from seed for no-fuss plants that will crop repeatedly. In this short video we share invaluable…
In this episode we finally get to our great chard experiment to test the germination and growth for two different methods of sowing in the straw bales. I also show you what a nitrogen and magnesium deficiency looks like and remedy the problem. Thanks for watching!! I am happy to make these videos without compensation…
Today I want to show you a valuable resource that you may have available to you and you may not even know it. Many municipalities have certified compost yards that are available to the public. You just might want to take a look around in your area to see if you can get some high…
In this episode I cover the different methods of irrigation that can be used for straw bale gardening. I also show you the method I use and why I use it as well as offering a resource to locate the correct materials to build a watering system. I am happy to make these videos without…
In this episode I show you how I set my trellis posts, cross braces and trellis netting for the straw bale garden. I also tackle the issue with rabbits munching the bean sprouts! Thanks for watching! Check out our Facebook Page!: https://www.facebook.com/brewcitygardener/ Join our Facebook group – “The Global Straw Bale Gardener’s Collective” https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGlobalSBGCollective/ Sign…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Crunchy cucumbers, fresh from the garden are in a league of their own. There’s nothing as cool as a homegrown cucumber! Cucumbers grown in the greenhouse require slightly different care from those grown outdoors. In this short video we show you how to grow both outdoor and…
In this episode we take a quick garden tour to check on our transplants and newly sown seeds. Some plants look great! Others; not so much. There’s new life in the garden and it’s a beautiful thing!! I am happy to make these videos without compensation because I enjoy contributing to the community. However, I…
It was an honour to be given the chance to go on a trip to Slovenia and do some filming, and I felt inspired to stop at a random garden to shoot a video about what I learnt when it comes to Slovenian’s and their food growing. I think you will be inspired like I…
In this episode I cover how to sow larger seeds direct into your bales. I also discuss the importance of using transplants for planting in the sides of the bales. We also seem to have an invasion of birds, snakes, squirrels and,………..mushrooms?? I am happy to make these videos without compensation because I enjoy contributing…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. The best education for any gardener is experience, and keeping a gardening journal is a great way to build up a record of your experience. That way you can learn from the things that work – and don’t! We’re introducing a brand new Garden Journal which is…
See the new updated high quality version of this video in UltraHD here: https://youtu.be/tlj_s5uksEA In this video we discuss the final step in the conditioning process. On the 10th day we add 1 full cup of a balanced fertilizer to prime the bales and create a nutrient rich environment to grow our plants and vegetables!…
Growing your own food is an awesome thing to do. But hedgerows are often a site of food abundance for many months of the year. This video features a salad I made with 9 different ingredients with almost a 50/50 split of vegetables from the garden and wild food. If this is of interest I…
See the updated high quality version of this video in UltraHD here: https://youtu.be/9wHT8zatx60 In this video we cover days 7, 8 and 9 of the conditioning process. During these 3 days we switch to adding a quarter of a cup of high nitrogen fertilizer and water it in. We’re almost complete and ready to plant…
See the new high quality version of this video in UltraHD here: https://youtu.be/cEDA-elsD0k We cover day 6 of the conditioning process where we just add 1 gallon of water per bale. We also take the temperature of a few bales and give a hint to a future series at Brew City Gardener! Check out our…
See the new high quality version of this video in UltraHD here: https://youtu.be/R1tTZzGsv4Q In this video we cover day 5 of the conditioning process. Today we add 1/2 cup of high nitrogen fertilizer and 1 gallon of water per bale. We take the temperature of a couple bales to see how well the micro-organisms are…
See the new high quality version of this video in UltraHD here: https://youtu.be/wge6MNXi8sw In this video we cover day four of the conditioning process. Today we add 1 gallon of water per bale and nothing more. I also cover some basics of bale spacing, trellising and what to do with last season’s bales. Check out…
See the high quality updated version of this video in UltraHD here: https://youtu.be/A56wvgHEPQM In this video we cover day 3 of the conditioning process and how it effects the bales. Check out our Facebook Page!: https://www.facebook.com/brewcitygardener/ Join our Facebook group – “The Global Straw Bale Gardener’s Collective” https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheGlobalSBGCollective/ Sign up for Ebates here and earn…
See the high quality updated version of this video in UltraHD here: https://youtu.be/Ta7lcooMq1o In this video we cover day 2 of the straw bale conditioning process. On day 2 we water each bale with approximately 1 gallon per bale. No fertilizer is applied on day 2. Check out our Facebook Page!: https://www.facebook.com/brewcitygardener/ Join our Facebook…
See the new high quality version of this video in Ultra High Definition Here: https://youtu.be/y97RETpNhoM Video 3 in the Introduction to Straw Bale Gardening Series at the Brew City Garden. In this video we cover the first day of the seasoning process. Like, comment and subscribe to see the whole process from beginning to harvest!…
See the Update Version of this Video in Higher Quality and High Definition here: https://youtu.be/WufbmL9yLXI The second video in the Introductions to straw bale gardening series at the Brew City Garden. In this video we discuss bales, placement and what types of nitrogen fertilizers work best for conditioning the bales. Check out our Facebook Page!:…
Pea shoots are delicious and are one of the few crops that can be grown both indoors and outdoors. This video covers both methods and what I love about growing pea shoots is that they’re not only fun but also very productive. Instagram: huws_nursery Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/HuwsGardenNursery
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Sweet corn is very satisfying to grow at home, but the real prize lies in cooking up the cobs as soon as possible after harvest for a super-sweet treat. Corn that’s had to travel miles to get to your plate will be past its peak, but cobs…
See my favorite new raised beds here: https://shop.epicgardening.com/ Two of my good friends recently asked me to help them set up a DIY raised garden bed in their suburban backyard. I jumped at the chance, because they’d never wanted to garden before! What a great opportunity. In today’s video, we’re going to walk them through…
We pay a visit to the plot on a lovely warm day… where there are a few unexpected surprises waiting. Please like, share, comment and SUBSCRIBE xx #ALLOTMENT #gardening
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Raised beds have many benefits for growing vegetables, especially if your soil is poor or badly drained. And they’re easy to make with a minimum of tools – no DIY skills required! With just a few materials, you can build your very own raised beds that will…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. If you think a low-maintenance garden means bland or, worse still, paved over and bereft of plants, think again! Growing a garden that’s easy to look after simply requires a little forward planning. In this short video we share ideas for growing a beautiful, productive garden that…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Potatoes aren’t difficult to grow, but a few simple techniques can be used to boost and extend your harvests. You can plant in trenches the traditional way, or save time and effort with no-dig gardening. And by tweaking your growing regime you can even enjoy some out-of-season…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Seed starting mixes are essential for sowing many vegetables, herbs and flowers. But with so much to sow over the coming weeks and months, they can be expensive – unless you make your own. A few simple ingredients can be combined to make a mix that’s just…
